Posted inInternet

Globe, Converge top Netflix ISP speed index for January 2021

Although PLDT and its wireless subsidiary Smart have been hailed as the top internet service provider per the latest Ookla Speedtest report, competing telcos Globe and Converge can also claim victory in a different measure. When we look at Netflix’s ISP Speed Index, the latter two emerge as the top service providers for video streaming.  Per the Netflix index, […]

Posted inSpotlight, Tech News

PH is ranked 4th worst country in collection, storage, and use of biometric data — study

When it comes to the invasive approach in handling biometric data of citizens and foreigners, the Philippines is among the worst. The country ties with Bangladesh, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates, the USA, and Uganda in fourth place. Per a study of 96 countries by Comparitech, many countries have increased their use of biometric data. […]

Posted inGaming, iOS

PS5 DualSense, Xbox Series X/S controllers now support iPhones and iPads with iOS 14.5 update

Beta testers are getting an early taste over Apple’s latest iteration of its prized mobile operating system, iOS 14.5, and, with it, comes a feature that will truly pique the delight of current-gen console owners—native controller support to both PS5 DualSense and Xbox Series X/S controllers. A feature that is first to iOS, this means […]

Posted inApps/Games/Softwares

Google’s iOS apps ordered to stop tracking users as per new Apple policy

In a move that puts users’ privacy over potential profits, Apple is asking Google to cease tracking users via its applications running on the iOS environment. The announcement came in the form of a blog on Wednesday, which highlights Apple’s App Tracking Transparency (ATT) policy. While still yet to take into effect, the policy will […]

Posted inSocial Media

Facebook to censor ‘conspiracies’ that dissuade the public from getting COVID-19 vaccine

As the world gears up to face the menacing effect of the COVID-19 through a planned mass vaccination, Facebook joins the cause by combatting “conspiracies” that discourage people from getting inoculation in its own social media space. With consultation from the World Health Organization, Facebook says that it will be expanding on its criteria that […]

Posted inAccessories, Tech News

Garmin PH announces rugged smartwatch for esports players

Rugged smartwatches are usually aimed at people with an active lifestyle. But Garmin, in partnership with the French pro esports org Team Vitality, has unveiled a new watch designed specifically for gamers: the Garmin Instinct Esports Edition. It’s now available in the Philippines. While many of its features are found in other smartwatches, the Instinct […]